Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD for short, is a type of depression that occurs during the winter. This type of depression, which affects more than 30 million Americans, is likely related to the changes in the amount of daylight to which a person is exposed.

Sharing holiday food and drinks with friends and family can be a glorious thing and is part of what makes the holiday season so merry and bright. But for many of us, a season of celebration can catch up with us. If you find yourself feeling heavy, bloated, or low energy come January, you’re not alone!

'Tis the season for holiday celebrations, family get-togethers, travel and general merriment, which (for many of us) mean enjoying a cocktail or two! Did you know that there's plenty you can do to prevent a hangover by helping your liver to process alcohol? As a part of The Morrison Center family, it's our duty to keep you bright-eyed and bushy-tailed the morning after so you can celebrate and wake up feeling fresh!

A great way to bring the body back into balance after the holidays is to start your day with our nutrient-dense, alkaline Green Beauty Smoothie. Not only do you get an abundance of vitamins and nutrients from the leafy greens, but it also helps jumpstart your energy and sets the stage for healthy habits throughout the day. Of course, we’re adding our Daily Collagen for all of its amazing benefits, especially for the skin!

The holidays are upon us, so let's call it what it is: a time to treat yourself! We get it — temperatures are down, tempting foods abound, and family and friends are around, making it a celebratory and indulgent time. We want you to make the most of this special time of year! That's why we're sharing our favorite natural remedies to bounce right back after an indulgent meal and the case of the “blahs” that tend to follow.

Collagen is the most abundant protein in our bodies, often referred to as the ‘glue’ that holds the body together. Collagen is made up of amino-acids: glycine, proline, hydroxyproline, and arginine, all of which help our skin, connective tissue, bones, and gut stay healthy.

Whether you're reading this as temperatures first begin to dip, or in the heart of winter, it's always a good time to bolster your immune system against colds and flu. In this video, Dr. Morrison shares some of his favorite ways to keep the immune system strong to prevent and fight infections during the winter season.

Have you recently indulged in a holiday feast? Or perhaps you’re planning to? We want to help you feel your best during this holiday season, so we’re sharing our tried-and-true strategies for getting back on track toward your health and fitness goals while fully enjoying the festivities. After all, wouldn’t it be nice to still fit into your pants on New Year’s Eve?

Sugar itself is addictive, and sometimes sugar cravings are the result of excessive yeast (in the spirit of Halloween, let’s call them “yeast monsters”) in the digestive tract. Believe it or not, these microbes can actually hijack your brain and cause you to crave things that benefit them (mainly sugar and carbs), even if it’s to your detriment. It can be hard not to give in to temptation, but we are here to help!

Does soy help prevent breast cancer? So much has been written regarding the role of soy and breast cancer, but much confusion remains. While research in this area is ongoing, here is what we know. Soy is an isoflavone, a class of chemical that has weak estrogen-like activity.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women, affecting approximately 1 in 8 over a lifetime. Men are also affected, at a rate of approximately 1 in 100. All women should have an awareness of the changes that occur in their breasts and should undergo routine evaluation and imaging (such as a mammogram, ultrasound, or MRI if appropriate) at recommended intervals.

Naturally fermented foods are all the rage, and for good reason - but they’re not all the same!Fermented vegetables (kimchi, sauerkraut, pickles) and dairy foods (kefir, yogurt) are fermented with naturally-occurring bacteria, like lactobacillus acidophilus.

Vitamin D season is in full swing! While some sun exposure for vitamin D production is great for overall health, getting sunburned is always something to avoid. Everyone knows that excessive UV exposure damages skin. But did you know that the foods you eat regularly can improve your skin’s natural defenses against UV damage? It’s delicious and true!

Even the most confident person with a fool-proof grocery list can have trouble maneuvering through the maze of marketing in a supermarket. It can be a daunting, confusing, and even overwhelming experience.

BE A BETTER HOST - PLAN A HEALTH-CONSCIOUS COOKOUT We all know the words healthy and BBQ are rarely used in the same sentence. But have hope, conscious cookouts do exist. With these five fresh tips and tricks, we are here to help you confidently host healthy, all while keeping your guests - kids included - happy.

Make sure you're getting the Vitamin D you need You have all heard it before: Stay out of the sun, use 30 SPF sunblock, and apply copious amounts of it. For the most part, I do encourage patients to avoid excessive exposure to the sun; the risks of skin cancers, premature skin aging, and wrinkles are a real threat. On...

Originally posted on The Sweat Life All About Vitamin D Years ago, we humans spent many of our hours outdoors in sunlight. As we continue to discover a growing list of reasons why “the sunshine vitamin” is crucial for our health, the value of that time spent outside becomes increasingly clear.

While we love a good facial or splurging on the latest youth-enhancing serum, we know that life-long beauty comes from the inside out. The way we treat our bodies throughout our lives is written all over our faces. ThisHarper’s Bazaararticle features Dr. Morrison’s diet and lifestyle advice about how to keep inflammation low, energy high, and skin dewy and fresh at every age.

With spring in full swing and summer on the way, The Morrison Center’s Annual Spring Detox is in the home stretch. We're already feeling the benefits and hope you are too! If you're looking for some ways to keep your healthy meals exciting, check out the recipes on our website and our Pinterest page.

Spring is slowly approaching, but it seems like the cold and flu season is holding on for dear life! With that in mind, we're showing what you can do if you're feeling under the weather, whether you think you may be coming down with something or you're actually fighting an infection.

The lights may shine bright on Broadway, but come March 4, all eyes will be on Hollywood and film’s biggest stars as they sashay down the red carpet at the Academy Awards ceremony. Some tune in for the love of film, while some watch for the fashion, but one thing is clear: these stars are GLOWING!

Happy Valentines Day! - Here’s to Your Heart Health - Valentine’s Day is around the corner and love in the air! Naturally, that brings our attention to our hearts. In this video, Dr. Morrison explains how the heart works, and how you can use diet, exercise and specific supplements to keep your heart

We’ve had an amazing holiday season with our friends and family, and hope you have too. Now that we’ve moved into the New Year, it’s a great time to remember that there’s still a lot that you can do to keep yourself active, happy, and healthy.